Patch Honors Cornelius Graduates: Congrats, Class Of 2020

CORNELIUS, NC — Patch wants to provide a way to share the achievements of our high school graduates, even if it's in a small way. With in-person instruction canceled through the end of the academic school year due to the coronavirus in North Carolina public schools, seniors are missing out on the last moments of what should be a celebratory time.

We know many high school seniors are missing milestone high school events, and we hope that this will give the community a way to share their pride in our class of 2020 high school graduates.

If you'd like to add your graduate,fill out the form here.

Here are the class of 2020 high school graduates our readers wanted to recognize:

Sarah Stump, Christ the King Catholic High School

Sarah plans to attend University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

Says Sarah's family, "Sarah we are so proud of all your accomplishments. You have shown such grace and strength during these past few months. We can not wait to see the opportunities the next 4 years brings for you. Go Tar Heels!"

Patrick Fitzgerald, Hough High School

Patrick plans to attend University of North Carolina at Asheville.

Says Patrick's family, "Patrick your father and I could't be more proud of you and the young man you've become. You will do amazing things. Love Mom and Dad."

Madison Bonnes, Hough High School

Madison plans to attend Appalachian State University.

Says Madison's family, "Madison. Uncle Howie and I are so proud of you. We love you."

Bobby Matsey, Christ the King High School

Bobby plans to attend East Carolina University.

Says his family, "Our son is truly one of a kind and we are so very proud of him. Not just with his hard work in school but with the young man he is and thrives to continue to be. He works with the community and has such a love for dogs. Bobby, spread your wings and know you are loved!"

Wallace Foutch III, SouthLake Christian Academy

Wallace plans to attend the University of North Carolina.

Says his family, "Congratulations Wallace! You've worked really hard and done really well I'm proud of you."

Josiah Smith, William Amos Hough High School

"Congratulations Josiah."

Jennifer Kovacs, Pine Lake Preparatory

Jennifer plans to attend North Carolina State University.

Says Jennifer's family, "We are so proud of Jen and all she has accomplished, from AP classes, dance and horseback riding. You are a strong independent young lady with grace. We love you!!! Mom and Dad"

Cole Reed, Pine Lake Preparatory

Cole plans to study Mechanical Engineering.

Says Cole's family, "Congratulations Cole! We love you and are so proud of you. Always remember that you are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem and smarter than you think!"

Sofia Frances Castronovo, Pine Lake Preparatory

Sofia plans to attend East Carolina University.

Says Sofia's family, "Congratulations Sofia! We all love you so much and are so very proud of everything you’ve accomplished. You’re always be our FiFi girl!"